WE HAVE MOVED TO OUR NEW FACILITY!
All therapy now takes place at
851 Professional Park Drive, Clarksville, TN 37040

Occupational Therapy

Does My Child Need Occupational Therapy?

Occupational Therapy assists children with a variety of disabilities, such as cognitive, sensory, and/or physical disabilities to participate in activities and roles in life.
through the therapeutic use of functional activities.

Occupational Therapist assist children in what they need or want to do through playbased activities to improve socialization and self care skills.

Your child may benefit from occupational therapy if any of the following apply.

Genetic disorders

Stroke

Autism

Learning disabilities

Sensory disorders

Mental health problems

Developmental delays

Cancer

Cerebral Palsy

Multiple Sclerosis

What Occupational Therapists Do

Occupational therapists work with children and their parents to improve children's ability to independently complete their everyday activities. They help children recover from injuries, improve their motor functions and social skills, and help them live comfortably and confidently. Occupational therapists address the following weaknesses in order to improve functional independence.

improve hand-eye coordination with handwriting or sports

help children with developmental delays learn to dress, bathe, and eat independently

teach children positive ways of dealing with stress

help children use wheelchairs and communication aids

How Can I Help My Child?

Occupational therapists will work directly with you and your child. Parents have an important role in their child's occupational therapy. Open communication with the therapist about your child will help everyone stay informed and keep the child on the right track.